Joe Brettell Email & Phone Number

Houston, TX, US

Houston, Texas Area

Prosody Group, LLC (“Prosody”) is a set of companies that helps owners, investors and executives of small / middle-market family-owned, publicly-traded and public institutions start, grow, evaluate, perfect and transition their operations by utilizing a diverse background in business, communications, financial services and government relations to solve.

Houston, Texas Area

The Houston Public Media Young Leaders Council is a diverse group of professionals from around Houston, all with a commitment and unique connection to public media and its role in the city.

Houston, Texas

Member of the board for a civic organization dedicated to supporting and improving the artists, collections and events that contribute to the culture of Houston. Currently serve as Chair of the Communications Committee.

Houston

Contributor to the opinion section for NBC News

Houston, Texas Area

• Developed a public engagement strategy for a Fortune 500 oil and gas company including development of robust social, earned and grassroots media efforts. Served as spokesman and played a role in key company functions.
• Influenced the development and execution of the annual report, sustainability report, annual and quarterly earnings.

Houston, Texas Area

Served as Houston energy practice lead for a top-five global public relations firm; surpassing new business goals for the position despite the industry downturn. Promoted to Senior Vice President in less than two years on the job.Successfully developed and pitched new business opportunities for companies including Chevron, General Motors and Burns &.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Interacted directly with clients from energy, tech, law and politics to determine and execute strategic communications objectives. Effectively blended public affairs and government relations tactics to exceed client expectations. Promoted from SAE to Senior Manager of Accounts after one year in the position.Developed several energy-themed campaigns that.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Conceptualized and successfully implemented a local and national communications plan for a startup non-profit group geared toward military families. Resulted in national and local media hits for the organization.Integrated competing organizational priorities from fundraising, policy, outreach and government relations to create an effective media strategy.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Substantively expanded an active and aggressive media operation for a high-profile Member of Congress. Focused on topics related to financial services, budget, political and legislative beats.Successfully pitched major media outlets including the CBS Evening News, CNBC and The Wall Street Journal.Established working relationships with top-tier journalists.

Wrote talking points, Op-Eds, speeches and press releases for Congresswoman; built strong relationships with local and national media while serving as primary on-the-record spokesman.Strategized with senior legislative staff to create positive media opportunities for the Congresswoman. Resulted in favorable coverage in district and national media.

Teamed with top transportation executives to develop and implement a national government relations and communications plan. Resulted in successful project pursuits and enhanced community profile across multiple states. Created and leveraged opportunities for executives to conduct substantive meetings with federal, state and local officials.

Provided support to Executive level staff at a top public policy management firm

Successfully managed a campaign for the 3rd District seat of the Riverside County (CA) Board of Supervisors, defeating an incumbent Supervisor for the first time in more than 30 years.

Mass Media Communications, Public Relations And Advertising

Activities and Societies: PRSSA Founder, Student Led Public Relations Firm Student Government Association

Diploma, College/University Preparatory And Advanced High School/Secondary Diploma Program